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Bigg Boss fame Abdu Rozik revealed his engagement broke due to excessive external interference. His ex-fiancée faced online trolling and hurtful comments about his height, which she ultimately couldn't handle. Abdu understood her decision, stating there was no anger between them.

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India Women's cricket team secured a dominant 38-run victory against England in the first T20I, thanks to stellar half-centuries from Jemimah Rodrigues (69) and Yastika Bhatia (54). Despite an early wobble, their record partnership propelled India to 188/7. Debutant Nandani Sharma's crucial wickets sealed the win, giving India a 1-0 series lead.

Four young students suffered serious head and facial injuries when a wall from an adjacent under-construction building collapsed onto their classroom roof in Faridabad. The incident occurred at Hans Memorial Public School, trapping children under debris. While the building owner reportedly fled, school authorities claim they had warned about safety lapses. All injured students are now stable.

Organised Crime Saw Sharp Surge Across State

India's women cricketers achieved a historic World Cup victory in Navi Mumbai, a triumph 112 years in the making. Overcoming mid-tournament struggles, the team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur and inspired by Jemimah Rodrigues' record chase, secured glory. This monumental win, celebrated by a nation, marks a watershed moment for Indian women's sports, igniting unprecedented belief and visibility.

A significant challenge has emerged in Mumbai's civic polls, with 79 corporator election results being contested. Among those challenging the outcomes are former corporators, the daughter of a Shiv Sena MP, and a BJP worker who narrowly lost. These petitions are currently under judicial review, with one already dismissed.

Election results for 79 corporators in the recent BMC elections are facing legal challenges from rivals, including former corporators and relatives of prominent politicians. These petitions, citing grounds like undisclosed FIRs and invalid caste certificates, are currently being heard in court, with one already dismissed. The validity of caste certificates has previously led to disqualifications, making these hearings significant.

Fitness experts now reveal that relying solely on cardio for weight loss is a common mistake. While it burns calories, the body adapts, leading to plateaus and muscle loss, which slows metabolism. Building strength through resistance training is crucial for preserving muscle, boosting metabolism, and achieving sustainable results beyond just shedding pounds.

Mudita Tribe Hosts ‘Mindful Evenings’ to Advance Mental Health Policy Dialogue

Delhi Capitals pacer Nandani Sharma has earned her maiden India call-up for the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup and the one-off Test at Lord's following a stellar WPL season. The squad also sees the return of Yastika Bhatia and Radha Yadav, while injuries rule out Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam.

India announced their squad for the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England, with Yastika Bhatia returning after ACL surgery and Pratika Rawal missing out on the T20 setup despite making the Test squad. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the side, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. Bharti Fulmali, Nandini Sharma and Shree Charani earned places, while Radha Yadav retained her spot. Kashvee Gautam and Amanjot Kaur were unavailable due to injuries.

India’s Women’s T20 World Cup squad announcement saw Kashvee Gautam and Amanjot Kaur miss out due to injuries, with the BCCI confirming both were unavailable for selection. Uncapped pacer Nandini Sharma earned a maiden call-up after a strong WPL season, while Yastika Bhatia returned after recovering from ACL surgery. Pratika Rawal was excluded from the T20 squad but included for the one-off Test against England.

India beat South Africa by 14 runs in the fourth Women’s T20I to avoid a series whitewash, powered by Deepti Sharma’s all-round brilliance (36* and 5/19). After early setbacks, Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur steadied the innings, while Deepti and Richa Ghosh finished strong. South Africa started well, but Deepti’s wickets turned the game as India sealed a crucial win.

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted Amanjot Kaur’s injury has left a major gap in the squad ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup but backed Bharti Fulmali and Radha Yadav to step up. Amanjot is out for four to five months with a back injury. Harmanpreet also defended India’s bowlers after the South Africa series loss and said the upcoming camp and England series would help the team regain rhythm before the World Cup.

South Africa secured a dominant 4-1 series victory over India in their Women's T20I series, clinching the final match by 23 runs. Skipper Laura Wolvaardt was the star, remaining unbeaten on 92, while disciplined bowling restricted India's chase. The win highlights South Africa's strength and India's ongoing batting inconsistencies.

Deepti Sharma is enduring a rare lean patch in T20s, but India bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi has backed the allrounder to bounce back. Despite India trailing 0-2 against South Africa women's cricket team, Salvi stressed her proven pedigree and said the team remains confident of a turnaround ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.

The defeat meant that the Women-in-Blue lost the series with a 4-1 scoreline, certainly not a good build-up to the upcoming 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England, which is scheduled to start from June 12.

Aadinath Kothare believes Nitesh Tiwari's "Ramayana" can elevate Indian cinema globally, calling it an honest and ambitious production. He's proud to be part of the film, praising Ranbir Kapoor's dedication. Kothare also discusses his Malayalam debut, "Achappa's Album," highlighting his admiration for the industry and his preparation for the role.

Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi revealed he wasn't paid for his role in the 1982 film 'Saath Saath', even for conveyance, highlighting the stark differences in industry practices. Filmmaker Farah Khan reminisced about early days when actors often worked for free and recalled meeting Bedi at Javed Akhtar's home during her teenage years.

The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) Class 10 merit list 2026 has highlighted exceptional academic performance, with Priyanshu Kumari and Shivangi Kumari jointly securing the top rank with 99.60% marks. Several students from Hazaribagh, Ranchi, Simdega, and Gumla featured in the top positions, reflecting strong competition and high achievement levels. Girls notably dominated the merit list, with multiple top scorers from Indira Gandhi Balika High School, Hazaribagh, showcasing the rising academic excellence in the state.